HRIS & Payroll Supervisor

NewMarket Services • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

ABOUT US: NewMarket Corporation, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is the parent company of Afton Chemical Corporation (Afton), Ethyl Corporation (Ethyl), and American Pacific Corporation (AMPAC). The Afton and Ethyl companies develop, manufacture, blend, and deliver chemical additives that enhance the performance of petroleum products. Afton is a leading manufacturer and marketer of performance enhancing fuel and lubricant additives with operations around the world. AMPAC, with operations in the U.S., is a manufacturer of specialty materials primarily used in solid rocket motors for the aerospace and defense industries. JOB SUMMARY: Supports HRIS and Payroll teams and other leaders through research and analysis. Accountable for data integrity and reporting of the payroll and global HR system. Provides a high level of accuracy in managing data to ensure that results are precise and reliable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business or related field
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Demonstrate initiative and curiosity by actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and implement innovative solutions or systems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and work with various types of data
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment to achieve department and organizational goals
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written formats with the ability to convey complex information clearly and with strong active-listening skills
• Customer‑service mindset with a collaborative approach to supporting internal stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects and routine tasks by assessing urgency, prioritizing effectively, and maintaining realistic timelines
• Handle routine responsibilities with limited supervision and proactively take initiative when appropriate
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all data and information in accordance with company policies and compliance standards

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of UKG System preferred
• Experience in IBM Cognos report writing preferred or comparable reporting software required
• Knowledge of SQR reporting or SQL preferred
• For NewMarket, Afton or Ethyl employees, an appropriate combination of experiences that will support the required skill base may replace one or more of the specific experience requirements above.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data quality and integrity within HRIS and payroll systems, ensuring accurate and reliable information for reporting and analysis
• Lead and support HRIS and payroll system updates, configuration changes, testing, and technology enhancements
• Interpret complex data and convert it into clear, actionable insights while maintaining strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Understand business needs and identify the data required to support effective decision‑making
• Oversee the end‑to‑end payroll process to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll for all employee
• Review and approve payroll calculations, adjustments, and changes in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Maintain payroll records and audit data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Lead year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 processing, reporting, and audit support
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and department leaders to resolve payroll discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and support cross‑functional needs
• Supervise, train, and support staff; provide guidance on complex issues and ensure consistent application of payroll and HRIS procedures
• Identify opportunities to streamline HRIS and payroll operations to improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer service
• Provide support in other areas of HR as needed (e.g. special projects and vacation cover)

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages that reflect our commitment to our employees.
• Our employees are our most treasured asset and we have dedicated resources that allow us to reward our employees for their commitment on an ongoing basis - ensuring our compensation packages are competitive in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level